Analysis Of The Impact Of Intership Activities In Improving Skill and Expertise Of Accounting Study Program Students

Abstract

This study aims to determine the impact of internship activities in improving student skills and
expertise in accounting study programs. In this research study using a descriptive qualitative
approach, where the data collection technique uses direct interviews and surveyer analysis to the
object of research, namely accounting students who have carried out internships in government
offices in the city of Medan. Based on the results of survey analysis to 8 students who conducted
the MBKM program implemented by Panca Budi University, the internship program will provide
additional competencies, 50% of students feel that there is an increase in soft skills after MBKM
in developing competencies / skills as a provision for work after graduation. MBKM is important
to do in preparation for the post-campus period. 62.5% of students feel that MBKM is in
accordance with the needs of future graduates. The MBKM program is expected to be a forum
for students to develop competencies both in soft skills and hard skills development.